The remains of Cyclone Remal have weakened overnight and transformed into a depression.

As of 6am this morning (28 May), it has moved east-northeast at a speed of 12 kph and is currently over East Bangladesh, according to a special weather bulletin from the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) stated in its latest weather bulletin that the land depression is located over Sylhet and the adjacent area, and it is expected to move northeastward and weaken gradually.

The BMD has warned of persistent steep pressure gradients over the north Bay, which may result in continued squally weather affecting maritime ports, the north Bay, and adjacent coastal areas.

Meteorologist Mostofa Kamal Polash, a PhD researcher on meteorology and climate at the University of Saskatchewan in Canada, mentioned that heavy rainfall is anticipated in all districts of the Sylhet division from 11:30am to 6pm today.

He added that moderate to heavy rain is also expected in the districts of Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, the Chittagong Hill Tracts, and the Mymensingh division.

Polash explained that Remal had suddenly accelerated, causing the clouds formed by the cyclone to move away from the western divisions of the country.

"This has led to sunny weather since this morning," he noted.

As a precautionary measure, the Bangladesh Met Office has issued local cautionary signal number three for the maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, Mongla, and Payra.

The bulletin also advised fishing boats and trawlers operating in the north Bay to stay close to the coast and exercise caution until further notice.